Summary
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Work History
Education
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Key Strengths And Skills
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Community Service
Related Experience
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ELENA DIACONU

Tampa,Florida

Summary

Experienced Registered Nurse, with 2+ years experience in MS Tele units killed in patient care, critical thinking,, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination. Excellent interpersonal skills. Fluent in English, Spanish, Romanian and French.


Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Advent Health Carrollwood
01.2023 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
  • Managed caseload of 5 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
  • Participated in staff meetings, educational opportunities, and quality improvement initiatives to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
  • Demonstrated adaptability during critical situations by remaining calm under pressure while providing high-quality care for patients experiencing acute or life-threatening conditions.

Student Nurse

Florida South Tampa Hospital
08.2022 - Current
  • Performed a variety of nursing skills in the ICU and ED environment
  • Received excellent feedback from clinical instructor and nursing staff

Student Nurse

Advent Health Tampa
08.2021 - 04.2022
  • Combined clinical experience in caring for pediatric patients and Labor and Delivery
  • Provided daily care in Cardiac Inpatient Unit(CIU), including vital signs monitoring, medication administration and ensuring patient comfort
  • Received excellent feedback from clinical instructor and nursing staff

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Visiting Angels Tampa
04.2019 - 12.2021
  • Provided in home care to a variety of clients with different levels of acuity, including Alzheimer's and Dementia care, post op rehabilitation, cancer patients
  • Activities included help with activities of daily living, client transfer, skin care, client transport, communication with families and healthcare providers, ensuring client safety and comfort

Student Nurse

St Joseph Hospital
02.2021 - 05.2021
  • Participated in all aspects of assisted care including dispensing medicine, bathing, dressing, feeding and monitoring vital signs under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and Clinical Instructor

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Visiting Angels of Orlando
04.2017 - 03.2019
  • Provided in-home care for clients and families in the Orlando/Winter Park area
  • Experience with Alzheimer/Dementia Care
  • Helped clients with activities of daily living, provided transportation to and from appointments, safe transfer, bathing and skin care, medication reminders; facilitated communication with family and healthcare providers
  • Received excellent client reviews

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Visiting Angels Tucson
08.2012 - 04.2014
  • Provided in-home care for clients and families in the Tucson/Oro Valley area
  • Experience with Alzheimer/Dementia Care
  • Helped clients with activities of daily living, provided transportation to and from appointments, safe transfer, bathing and skin care, medication reminders; facilitated communication with family and healthcare providers
  • Received excellent client reviews

Education

Associate Degree - Nursing

Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, Florida
12.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate -

Casel Healthcare Training Center
Melbourne, Florida
03.2011

Bachelor of Arts - English Language and Literature

University of Bucharest
06.2005

Skills

  • Assessment
  • Planning
  • Implementation
  • Evaluation
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Cerner
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Infection control measures
  • Wound care
  • cardiac cath recovery
  • Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
  • Precepting

Key Strengths And Skills

  • Assessment - Develops rapport with patients and family
  • Planning - Identifies patient needs and astutely determines priority of patient care
  • Implementation - Performs based on scientific nursing care and evidence based practice
  • Evaluation - Documents logically, succinctly and clearly demonstrating superior accuracy
  • Excellent computer skills including the full Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with Cerner

Licensure Certifications

  • BLS, American Red Cross, 10/20 - Present
  • Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA 301236, State of Florida/Department of Health, 05/21 - 05/23

Personal Information

Title: Registered Nurse

Community Service

Volunteer, Feeding Tampa Bay, 02/21 - Present

Related Experience

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Visiting Angels Tampa, Tampa, Florida, 04/19 - 12/21, Provided in home care to a variety of clients with different levels of acuity, including Alzheimer's and Dementia care, post op rehabilitation, cancer patients. Activities included help with activities of daily living, client transfer, skin care, client transport, communication with families and healthcare providers, ensuring client safety and comfort.
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Visiting Angels of Orlando, Orlando, Florida, 04/17 - 03/19, Provided in-home care for clients and families in the Orlando/Winter Park area. Experience with Alzheimer/Dementia Care. Helped clients with activities of daily living, provided transportation to and from appointments, safe transfer, bathing and skin care, medication reminders; facilitated communication with family and healthcare providers. Received excellent client reviews.
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Visiting Angels Tucson, Tucson, Arizona, 08/12 - 04/14, Provided in-home care for clients and families in the Tucson/Oro Valley area. Experience with Alzheimer/Dementia Care. Helped clients with activities of daily living, provided transportation to and from appointments, safe transfer, bathing and skin care, medication reminders; facilitated communication with family and healthcare providers. Received excellent client reviews.

Languages

French
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Romanian
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Advent Health Carrollwood
01.2023 - Current

Student Nurse

Florida South Tampa Hospital
08.2022 - Current

Student Nurse

Advent Health Tampa
08.2021 - 04.2022

Student Nurse

St Joseph Hospital
02.2021 - 05.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Visiting Angels Tampa
04.2019 - 12.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Visiting Angels of Orlando
04.2017 - 03.2019

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Visiting Angels Tucson
08.2012 - 04.2014

Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate -

Casel Healthcare Training Center

Bachelor of Arts - English Language and Literature

University of Bucharest

Associate Degree - Nursing

Hillsborough Community College
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